The Sect Leader's Bizarre Recruitment Chapter 426: Lin Fan: Damn, I've Become a Dragon King! (Part 1) - Novel Cool

Chapter 426: Lin Fan: Damn, I've Become a Dragon King! (Part 1)

Chapter 426: Lin Fan: Damn, I've Become a Dragon King! (Part 1)

September 22, 2024

"Therefore, when one world after another falls, countless treasures accumulate. Imagine, in the depths of that multiverse abyss, how many treasures are there?"

"There's even the World Heart!"

"Even a shattered World Heart is an unimaginable treasure. If it can be brought back and integrated into the Immortal Martial Continent, it might elevate the entire continent to a higher level."

"The evolution of the world will bring unimaginable benefits to all cultivators within it."

"The upper limit will also be raised accordingly!"

Gu Xinglian stared at Lin Fan, her gaze calm, but deep in her eyes, there seemed to be a hidden desire.

Of course, it wasn't a desire between a man and a woman, but a longing for the World Heart.

"So that's how it is. However, I still have one thing I don't understand." Lin Fan pondered, "I can roughly understand what you mean by the World Heart and why it's so important."

He truly understood.

Although he was hearing about this for the first time, in novels, similar concepts and settings had been encountered countless times, becoming all too familiar.

To put it bluntly, isn't it the 'Origin of the World'?

By merging the origins of multiple worlds into his own, he could upgrade the world.

What are the benefits of upgrading?

Raising the upper limit!

How exactly does it raise the limit?

It improves every aspect, enhancing them all-around.

First, the 'Primordial Spirit Qi' will definitely increase significantly compared to before, both in quality and quantity. Even some originally barren lands without Primordial Spirit Qi will directly transform into areas with Spirit Qi, suitable for cultivation.

Primordial Stone veins and more will quietly increase in number.

The same goes for various rare treasures.

There's even a chance that some mystic realms or treasure lands might spontaneously emerge.

The world itself will also become more robust.

For example, currently, the top cultivators in the Immortal Martial Continent's seventh realm can tear through space and teleport. But if the world 'upgrades' once more, it will require at least the eighth realm, or even the peak of the eighth realm, to achieve this.

Moreover, during battles between powerful cultivators, it won't be so easy to tear through space.

When the laws are in motion, the order of the gods is refined into fragments, and so on—these are all because the world's strength is still insufficient, unable to keep up with the cultivators' power. If the world were strong enough...

For example, if lower realm cultivators were sent to the Immortal Realm, could they tear through space and teleport?

Not a chance! They'd probably struggle even to split mountains and cleave stones.

This is because the Immortal Realm's world level is high enough, strong enough, and 'hard' enough! Simultaneously, after the world level increases, the cultivators' 'upper limit' will also rise accordingly.

Perhaps the levels will still be ninety-nine, but the strength at each level, especially after the peak of the ninth realm, may not be so easy to ascend. In other words, the world has a higher 'tolerance'.

Additionally, it will be more challenging for people from other worlds to enter.

Of course, at first glance, there are advantages, but in reality, there are also some drawbacks.

After all, every situation has two sides.

However, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

But the problem lies here: the World Heart isn't that important to an individual.

So, he continued, "But why do you, Senior, yearn for the World Heart so much?"

"If you had ideas about those special treasures that could enhance personal cultivation, I could understand. But I don't know why it's specifically the World Heart."

"There are no outsiders here, so I'll be blunt."

"It can't be that you genuinely care for the world, willing to sacrifice everything for it?"

"..."

Xinglian gave Lin Fan a blank look, slightly speechless, "You don't trust me, thinking I'd sell you out?"

"It's not that bad." Lin Fan waved his hand, "Just pure curiosity."

"If you can't say it, then forget it."

"There's nothing I can't say." Xinglian sighed lightly, "But before that, I have a question. In your opinion, who holds the power in the Immortal Martial Continent?"

Lin Fan's eyebrows rose.

This question...

He had indeed considered it.

And not just once.

His eyes flickered as he tentatively asked, "The Nine Great Holy Lands?"

Xinglian smiled helplessly, "Is it interesting to lie? With your character, I don't believe you'd think that way. Speak your true thoughts."

"I can't hide it from you, Senior."

"I think..."

He raised his head, looking upwards.

"You're right." Xinglian spread her hands, "So, why?"

"Really?"

Lin Fan's pupils constricted.

Hearing this, he understood.

The World Heart is of utmost importance to the world and all its people, but for an individual, it's not worth risking life and limb, especially for someone like Xinglian, who could ascend at any time.

If the world isn't strong enough, encounters are scarce, and the upper limit isn't high enough?

Ascending is the ultimate solution, a permanent fix to all problems, and it's not that dangerous! Therefore, fighting for the World Heart isn't the best choice.

There must be a reason why she feels compelled to do so.

If the Immortal Martial Continent has always been connected to the Upper Realm, and the Upper Realm has been controlling the continent, then it makes sense.

Why give up life to fight for the World Heart? By raising the world's level, the world's 'defense' is strengthened, causing the Upper Realm to lose control over the Immortal Martial Continent! Even if they can still maintain control, the difficulty will increase linearly.

And eventually, when the Immortal Martial Continent has integrated enough World Hearts and its 'level' is high enough, it can completely break free from the Upper Realm's control and achieve true 'autonomy'!

"I understand now." Xinglian sighed lightly.

"I understand." Lin Fan echoed, then added, "But a new problem has arisen. This should be a matter for the entire world, even if ordinary people and powers are unaware, the Nine Great Holy Lands should all know about this, right? It should be a collective effort, not just the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land?"

"After all, the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land is strong, but it's unlikely to be the pinnacle of power in the Immortal Martial Continent."

"That's right."

Star Mother Gu nodded, explaining the details, "But many times, strength isn't the only criterion for everything. Aside from strength, there are other issues to consider."

"For example..."

"Fate."

"That's true." Lin Fan slightly nodded, "Fate is something intangible and inexplicable. But if one has unmatched fate, sweeping through everyone, then there's no need to consider strength. Even a pig could become the biggest winner."

"Yeah."

"We, the nine great holy lands, of course, previously the twelve holy lands, also took this into account. So, after lengthy discussions and even battles, we have the current situation."

"In the beginning, for that 'ticket,' the twelve holy lands were constantly at war, fighting until they were bloodied and bruised."

"Later, we gradually calmed down and agreed that the ticket would circulate among the twelve holy lands."

"In an orderly manner, one at a time."

"Every ten million years, it's another holy land's turn. Whichever holy land has the ticket will be fully responsible for the Multiverse Abyss journey. This way, everyone gets a chance, and there's no need for internal conflicts. We can accumulate power and challenge the Multiverse Abyss."

"Secondly, fate is something vague and elusive. Many times, it's not solely about strength, so everyone should give it a try."

"After all, in the beginning, we, the twelve holy lands, fought fiercely, and many times, it was through sheer power, allowing the three strongest to enter the Multiverse Abyss. But most of the time, they still faced total annihilation."

"So..."

"Relying solely on the strongest doesn't seem to be of much use, right?" Lin Fan fully understood.

"So you're saying..."

"Am I the lucky charm you're looking for?"

"Lucky charm?"

"Hey, it's like a character with good luck, providing you with a luck boost."

Star Mother Gu blinked.

Oh dear!

Her thoughts were exposed, making her feel a little embarrassed.

Fortunately, she was experienced and mature. She smiled slightly, "You don't need to belittle yourself. Your current strength is quite impressive."

"There's no need to be so pessimistic."

Lin Fan: "..."

"Your consolation is worse than no consolation at all." He couldn't help but laugh, "Then, when are we going in?"

"Also, who's the other teammate?"

"So, you agreed?" Star Mother Gu was delighted.

"Didn't I agree long ago? I wouldn't back out at the last moment." Lin Fan spread his hands, "But this matter is indeed more dangerous than I imagined."

"By the way, what's the mortality rate in the Multiverse Abyss?"

Star Mother Gu paused slightly.

Then she said, "I'm not sure about other worlds."

"But in our Immortal Martial Continent..."

"Ninety percent."

Lin Fan's scalp went numb instantly.

Damn!

Ninety percent?!

"What about your sect's Imperial Armament?"

"It's definitely not something we can bring in." Star Mother Gu sighed, "After all, the mortality rate is too high. The death of a powerful cultivator is not an unacceptable blow to the major holy lands, but if even the sect's Imperial Armament is lost, that would be an unbearable loss."

"!!!"

Lin Fan scratched his head.

This is even more of a headache!

The sect's Imperial Armament, like the Sky Gazing Mirror, is a top-notch magical treasure in the Immortal Martial Continent. Especially the Sky Gazing Mirror, it's a map-wide treasure!

As long as the Sky Gazing Mirror is present...

One can predict the enemy's moves and significantly reduce the danger.

But it can't be brought in.

"Not going to consider it?"

"Bringing the Sky Gazing Mirror would greatly increase our chances of success." Lin Fan tried to explain.

"I'm well aware of that." Star Mother Gu sighed, "I also want to bring it, but I have to be responsible for the entire holy land. If we lose the Sky Gazing Mirror and suffer casualties, the Ten Thousand Flowers Holy Land..."

"Unless..."

"Unless what?"

"If you can guarantee our survival, or if you're absolutely certain you won't die, then I can let you temporarily refine the Sky Gazing Mirror."

"In that case..."

"As long as you don't die, even if others take it away, at the final moment, the Sky Gazing Mirror will be teleported back with you."

"So, there's no need to worry about losing it."

"So..."

"Do you have that assurance?"

Star Mother Gu looked at Lin Fan, her eyes burning with intensity.

In fact, this was also one of the reasons she approached Lin Fan.

Lin Fan...

He has too many mysteries, and it's hard to see through him."

His methods are also frighteningly diverse.

Perhaps he has some unimaginable means of survival. If he has such confidence, it might be worth taking the risk of bringing the Sky Gazing Mirror, thus increasing the chances of success.

"If you're talking about survival..."

"I have a person with incredible survival skills. When it comes to staying alive, no one dares to claim to be better than him."

Lin Fan couldn't help but think of Fan Jianqiang.

When it comes to survival, who can compare to Fan Jianqiang? No one can surpass him, not even myself.

"It's a pity that his cultivation level isn't high enough, and he doesn't meet the 'level' requirement to enter the Multiverse Abyss."

Lin Fan spread his hands.

Otherwise, he would have liked to send Fan Jianqiang on this journey.

Unfortunately, Fan Jianqiang's advantage lies in his caution, diverse methods, and his 'special skill' of being unkillable. However, his cultivation level is not particularly high.

It can only be described as 'above average.'

"In the end, it's a futile effort, and time waits for no one."

Star Mother Gu stared at Lin Fan, "What about you?"

"My survival skills are not bad."

Lin Fan pondered for a moment.

What are my survival skills now?

There are only two resurrection coins left from the three that Gu Sheng shared with him.

Additionally, there's the Indestructible Blood Sea Body.

Although the Indestructible Blood Sea Body isn't fully developed, Lin Fan estimated that with his current strength, it would still be somewhat challenging to completely dry up the blood sea right under his nose.

Adding the resurrection coins, he essentially had three lives, plus three blood seas.

Furthermore, there's the Xing Character Secret Technique.

And various life-saving elixirs.

On top of that, Lin Fan also possessed the second Supreme Art, Time Rewind...

There were even more methods that were too numerous to list.

Speaking of which...

"I think..."

Lin Fan pondered and said, "In terms of combat power, I might not be your match, but if it's about killing me, even if all nine Marquis join forces with you..."

"Would it take ten or eight years to possibly defeat me?"

Gu Xing Ling: "?!?"

"If I also give you the Sky Gazing Mirror, wouldn't it be almost impossible for you to kill me?"

She was stunned.

She had already guessed that Lin Fan would be extremely abnormal, but she never expected it to be this abnormal.

She didn't think that Lin Fan was that abnormal, especially since she had personally experienced his strength when he had just entered the fourth level of the Ninth Stage.

"I can't speak in absolutes, as I've never possessed the Sky Gazing Mirror and don't know its specific abilities or its defense. However, I estimate..."

"At least doubling the time? It should take at least fifteen years to kill me?"

Lin Fan spoke with relative ease.

Gu Xing Ling's heart raced as she listened.

Such astonishing life-saving methods...

So powerful! And so useful.

"!!!"

"If I take the Sky Gazing Mirror with me to the Multiverse Abyss, would my chances of death drop from around ninety percent to sixty or seventy percent?"

"This..."

"It seems worth a try!"

Gu Xing Ling was torn.

If the chances of death were only sixty percent, it was still a risky venture, but it might be worth the gamble!

"Why only seventy percent?"

Lin Fan was taken aback, blinking: "I still have two lives?"

"Two lives?!" Gu Xing Ling was startled: "What do you mean?"

"Hey, I'm giving you the inside scoop, but you can't tell anyone!" Lin Fan lowered his voice, not intending to keep it a huge secret.

After all, if she was considering giving him the Sky Gazing Mirror to refine, it would be untrustworthy not to trust him.

"I swear!"

Clearly, Gu Xing Ling cared deeply about this matter, or perhaps she cared more about the World Heart.

Thus, she immediately took the Heavenly Dao Oath, vowing to never reveal it to others.

Lin Fan scratched his head: "You're telling me because you trust me."

"You're telling me because you trust me, but I can't betray your trust, right?" Gu Xing Ling was open and honest.

Lin Fan had no words, he could only say: "To put it simply, I have a special innate divine ability."

"I can resurrect three times, and it's an instant full-state revival."

"Even the resurrection location is 'random', it won't be at the place of death, and there's a chance of resurrection in another world. For example, if I die in the Multiverse Abyss, there's a chance I'll revive in the Immortal Martial Continent."

"That's right."

"Is this considered exploiting a bug?"

Lin Fan suddenly thought of this: "If I take the Sky Gazing Mirror to the Multiverse Abyss and die there, but revive in the Immortal Martial Continent..."

"Will the Sky Gazing Mirror still be teleported back?"

Gu Xing Ling was startled: "This..."

This truly touched upon her blind spot.

After all, no one had ever tried it!

"I truly can't be certain."

"But according to your explanation, you should have an eighty percent chance of not perishing in the Multiverse Abyss."

"Indeed!"

She looked deeply into Lin Fan's eyes: "Having you accompany me is the right choice!"

"Why only eighty percent?"

Lin Fan coughed: "Isn't that a guaranteed death?"

Gu Xing Ling: "?

(End of Chapter)

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